Gokhula - Deoghar
Gokhula is a village situated in the Deoghar subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 33 km from Deoghar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gwalbadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gokhula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gokhula is 353040. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.65 hectares and falls under the 814115 pincode.
Gokhula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoghar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Godda Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gokhula
Gokhula is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakduba | North-West | 0.50 km |
| Chhoti Khankhar | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Parariya | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Purnadih | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Punasi | North | 1.35 km |
| Patharia | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Kandraha | East | 1.52 km |
| Asahna | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Lakhandih | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Bariyaradih | South-East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gokhula
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gokhula. The nearest railway station is Kumrabad Rohini, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Gokhula is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gokhula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gokhula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gokhula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gokhula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gokhula
Where is Gokhula located?
Gokhula village is located in Deoghar Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gokhula?
The Gram Panchayat of Gokhula is Gwalbadia.
What is the pincode of Gokhula?
The pincode of Gokhula is 814115.